Crestor 40mg Tablets 30
Please note that you will need to either post your prescription or get your doctor to fax your prescription to us before we can process and dispatch your order. You cannot purchase this without a prescription. Please send your prescription to: PO Box 36-625 Northcote, Auckland 0748 or get your Doctor to fax the prescription to 09 419-9264
What Crestor is used for
Everyone has cholesterol and triglycerides in their blood. They are fatty substances needed by the body for many things. Triglycerides are an energy source for the body. Cholesterol is used for such things as building cells, making bile acids (which help to digest food) and making some hormones.
Everyone has cholesterol and triglycerides in their blood. They are fatty substances needed by the body for many things. Triglycerides are an energy source for the body. Cholesterol is used for such things as building cells, making bile acids (which help to digest food) and making some hormones.
There are different types of cholesterol. Too much of the “bad” cholesterol (LDL) can block the blood vessels that supply your heart and brain with blood, and can cause heart attack, angina and stroke.
The “good” cholesterol (HDL) helps to remove the bad cholesterol from the blood vessels. High levels of triglycerides can be associated with a low level of “good” cholesterol and may increase the risk of
heart disease.
Crestor belongs to a group of medicines known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (also known as‘statins’). It lowers the “bad” cholesterol, and raises the “good” cholesterol when exercise and
changes to diet are not enough on their own. It also lowers the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Cholesterol is present in many foods and is also made by your body. While you are taking Crestor, you should reduce saturated fats, trans fats and cholesterol in your diet,, control your weight and
exercise regularly.
High cholesterol is also more likely to occur with certain diseases or if you have a family history of high cholesterol.
Your doctor will have explained to you why you are being treated with Crestor, and told you what dose to take. Your doctor may need to check your cholesterol levels before prescribing Crestor or changing your dose. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for another use. Ask your doctor if you want more information.
Crestor is not addictive.
When you must not use it
Do not use Crestor if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant. Ask your doctor about effective methods of contraception. If you become pregnant, stop taking Crestor as soon as you find
out and see your doctor immediately.
Do not use Crestor if you are breastfeeding. It is not known if your baby can take in Crestor from breast milk if you are breast feeding.
Do not use Crestor if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant. Ask your doctor about effective methods of contraception. If you become pregnant, stop taking Crestor as soon as you find
out and see your doctor immediately.
Do not use Crestor if you are breastfeeding. It is not known if your baby can take in Crestor from breast milk if you are breast feeding.
Do not use Crestor if you have active liver disease.
Do not use Crestor 40 mg if you have:
• low thyroid hormone levels (hypothyroidism)
• a personal or family history of hereditary muscular disorders
• a previous history of muscular problems from using other lipid-lowering agents
• a history of very heavy alcohol use
• Asian heritage
• been prescribed another class of lipid lowering agent called a fibrate
• severe kidney impairment
Do not use Crestor 40 mg if you have:
• low thyroid hormone levels (hypothyroidism)
• a personal or family history of hereditary muscular disorders
• a previous history of muscular problems from using other lipid-lowering agents
• a history of very heavy alcohol use
• Asian heritage
• been prescribed another class of lipid lowering agent called a fibrate
• severe kidney impairment
Do not use Crestor after the use by (expiry) date printed on the pack. It may have no effect at all, or worse, an entirely unexpected effect if you take it after the expiry date.
Do not use Crestor if the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering.
Do not use Crestor to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you to. Do not give this medicine to anyone else.
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Active Ingredients:
Rosuvastatin 40mg Dosage: How to use Crestor
Your doctor will have explained why you are being treated with Crestor and told you what dose to take. Follow all directions given to you by your doctor carefully. They may differ from the information contained here. How much to take
The usual starting dose is one 10 mg tablet taken once daily. Depending on your condition and ethnic background, your doctor will decide the most appropriate starting dose for you. Your doctor will monitor your cholesterol and triglyceride levels during your treatment, and, if needed, may increase your Crestor dose to 20 mg once daily. For most patients a maximum 20 mg Crestor daily dose is sufficient to treat their condition. A small number of patients may need to further increase their Crestor dose to 40 mg once daily, for example patients whose high cholesterol is hereditary. Your doctor will advise you on the dose that is right for your condition. The daily dose of Crestor must not exceed 40 mg daily. Do not increase or adjust your Crestor dose yourself. When to take it Take Crestor once a day, at about the same time each day. Keeping a regular time for taking Crestor will help to remind you to take it. Swallow each tablet whole with a drink of water. Crestor can be taken at any time of the day. It does not matter whether you take Crestor with food or on an empty stomach. How long to take it You must continue to take it as directed by your doctor. Crestor helps lower your blood cholesterol and triglycerides. It does not cure your condition. If you stop taking Crestor, your cholesterol and triglycerides levels may rise again. You may have to take cholesterol lowering medicines for the rest of your life. If you forget to take it If you forget to take a dose of Crestor, take it as soon as you remember as long it is more than 6 hours before your next dose is due. Otherwise, wait until your next dose is due and take it as normal. Do not double the dose to make up for the one you missed. If you have trouble remembering when to take your medicine, ask your pharmacist for some hints. While you are using Crestor Things you must do Have your blood cholesterol and triglycerides checked when your doctor says so to make sure Crestor is working. You also need to follow a low-fat diet, control your weight and exercise regularly. Stop taking Crestor and contact your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while you are taking Crestor. Warnings: Things you must not do
Do not stop taking Crestor unless you have discussed it with your doctor. Things to be careful of Be careful driving a car or operating machinery until you know if Crestor affects you. Crestor generally does not cause any problems with your ability to drive a car or operate machinery. However, as with many other medicines, Crestor may cause dizziness in some people. Extended Information: For more information, please visit www.medsafe.govt.nz |
